Fall Brings Color to the Laurel Highlands

Fall is Glorious in the Laurel Highlands

While Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands is certainly a four-season destination, fall is truly special. Mother Nature sets the stage for an impressive show with an array of towering trees, soaring mountain ridgelines, lush valleys, and river gorges that are ablaze in breathtaking red, orange, yellow, and bronze. As home to thousands of acres of unspoiled forests, a bevy of fall festivals, and hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, a fall getaway to the Laurel Highlands is sure to be memorable.

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Leaf-Peeping Drives

For the perfect fall outing, take a leisurely ride along winding country roads and discover charming towns, harvest season farm stands, stunning natural wonders, and historic landmarks. While it’s not always predictable, the vibrant fall foliage typically peaks in mid-to-late October, so plan accordingly!

Covered Bridges

There are 10 covered bridges tucked away in Somerset County. Can you find them all? During your fall adventure in the Laurel Highlands, discover these unique structures that date back as early as 1830. Each bridge is unique in size and has distinct features, but all bear the same classic red paint and white trim.

Fall Festivals

As fall rolls in, there’s no shortage of awesome fall festivals in the Laurel Highlands. Make your way through corn mazes, pick out the perfect pumpkin, browse dozens of arts and crafts booths, sip apple cider, and indulge in delicious comfort food. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the region’s must-do events:

• Fort Ligonier Days

• Autumnfest at Seven Springs Mountain Resort

• Faranda Farm Harvest Festival

• FestiFall at Friendship Hill National Historic Site

• Delmont Apple ‘N Arts Festival

Outdoor Activities

Outdoor activities aren’t just for summer! Just swap out the summer heat for a crisp breeze. During the fall, you can still enjoy a whitewater rafting trip on the Youghiogheny River in Ohiopyle, pedal along the Great Allegheny Passage bike trail, take a trek on the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail, feel the downhill thrill while mountain biking, or zip line through the vibrant fall foliage.

For fall drive routes, a full calendar of events, a map of covered bridges, and more, visit laurelhighlands.org/fall